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Lyn
Pronounced LIN /ˈlɪn/High
Meaning: A spelling of Lynn, from the Welsh llyn, 'lake; pool,' also read as a short form of Linda ('pretty') or names ending in -lyn. Crisp and one-beat.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Lyn is a spelling of Lynn, from the Welsh for 'lake; pool,' and a short form of Linda or -lyn names. It reads crisp and vintage — rare on its own in the U.S. (said 'LIN').
It appears rarely as a full given name, more often as a nickname or middle name. Rare, crisp, and clean.
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What does the name Lyn mean?
Lyn is a spelling of Lynn, from the Welsh for 'lake; pool; waterfall.'
How do you pronounce Lyn?
It's said LIN /ˈlɪn/ — one syllable.
Is Lyn a boy or girl name?
Lyn is a girl's name.
How popular is Lyn?
Lyn is a rare name on its own in the U.S.